With a month of gymnastics somehow already behind us, we’re getting a picture of what the landscape is going to look like this season. With perennial powers like Florida and Michigan taking somewhat of a step back so far, we’ve been treated to some new faces among the early favorites for the team final in April. The Sooners, Golden Bears and Wildcats have emerged as a clear top three, separating themselves from the pack in terms of both consistency and scoring potential.
Teams
1. Oklahoma, 197.775
2. California, 197.950
3. Kentucky, 197.950
4. Alabama, 197.575
5. Utah, 197.675
6. Arkansas, 197.225
Oklahoma faced its first major test of the season at Denver, where it was certainly a tighter meet than what the final scores might suggest. The Sooners faltered on vault, allowing the Pioneers to close the gap heading into the third rotation. Denver immediately returned the favor with a sub-49 beam rotation, but — however briefly — Oklahoma looked vulnerable for the first time this season.
Meanwhile, California continued to surge with a near-198 in its home opener against Oregon State. Dynamic duo Mya Lauzon and eMjae Frazier continued to prove their mettle, leading the team with dual 39.700s.
